4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
8 h 38 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Copenhagen will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 5 trains that leave Essen for Copenhagen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Essen to Copenhagen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 595 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £154 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Copenhagen trains for today, Wednesday 11 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 206 · ECE 1174 | Delayed 07:05 07:00Essen Hbf | 9h53 | 16:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 206 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 148 | Delayed 07:05 07:00Essen Hbf | 10h10 | 17:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| IC 2310 · ECE 1174 | Delayed 07:38 07:35Essen Hbf | 9h18 | 16:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 616 · ECE 1174 | Delayed 08:07 07:59Essen Hbf | 8h54 | 16:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 156 | Delayed 09:08 09:00Essen Hbf | 10h10 | 19:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 1022 · ECE 394 | Delayed 10:37 10:03Essen Hbf | 8h50 | 18:53 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
| ICE 202 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 164 | Delayed 11:08 11:00Essen Hbf | 10h10 | 21:10 Copenhagen Central Station | 3 changes | |
| ICE 1020 · ECE 1172 | Delayed 12:02 12:01Essen Hbf | 8h37 | 20:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Copenhagen
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Trains from Essen to Copenhagen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 8h 32m.
Distance 595 km |
Average train duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 32m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Copenhagen from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Essen to Copenhagen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Copenhagen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Copenhagen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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